Kim: In-School Mentor
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Kim joined Big Brothers Big Sisters motivated by a desire to give back to a vulnerable child. Understanding the importance of patience, understanding, and kindness, she has embraced these qualities to create a supportive and nurturing environment for her mentee. One of the most rewarding moments [...]
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Alex and Mac
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. When Alex decided to volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters, his primary motivation was the desire to mentor a young boy. He saw being a Big Brother as an excellent opportunity to guide and support a child through his formative years. Alex believed that the key [...]
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Amanda – Big Sister
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Motivated by her own upbringing surrounded by a strong support network, Amanda embarked on her journey with Big Brothers Big Sisters with the goal of being a reliable presence for someone in need. Understanding the struggles of growing up without a comprehensive support system, she was [...]
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Zoey: In-School Mentor
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Zoey joined Big Brothers Big Sisters with a strong desire to help children in any way possible. Her passion for working with kids and her preference for one-on-one interactions made the program a perfect fit. Zoey believes that the essential qualities of a good mentor are [...]
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Valerie: In-School Mentor
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Valerie's journey as a mentor in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program showcases her dedication to providing a structured yet flexible environment for her mentee. At the beginning of each school year, they sit down together to plan out a variety of activities for the months [...]
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